vegaslaptop

I don't really understand much of what people is saying on this page but I'm having the same thing going on and I don't know what to do or how to do....never tried nothin yet but if somebody is nice and kind and send me info step by step email me at undergroundhitz@aol.com or redhook80@gmail.com or text me on my number 347-538-5272

 

Did you try this post?

sirred,

 

You will have to start using the search on this board not just flood with requests. Have you done a search on this forum? Did you read even this topic thoroughly? Before you ask please read.

 

http://avic411.com/forum/download/file.php?id=7376

sirred,

 

Can you describe what is your problem?

weaponofchoice,

 

Have your issue been resolved after resetting to manufacturer's settings? Seems like there are quite a bit of other factors that may cause the system to crash (software). If resetting does it, I can also provide a mirror site and include my own F90BT complete image.

 

vegaslaptop

I am sorry if I have not been able to respond to anybody. I had some personal things to take care of.

 

krnfrk6663,

 

I agree with minifreezer. You have to make sure of the model number of the stock you are downloading. If it is a software issue going back to stock would reset you to a normal boot. If after that it's still occurring, then I am out of options for you. Unfortunately, you will have to send it to Pioneer.

 

08STX,

 

Does the iphone have a file (non-music extension file) loaded with Itunes. I have seen a similar behavior when the system tries to read a file but it's not the right extension and crashes. Another thing... seems like the splash screen mod is a common denominator for people that have the reboots. I think 2-3 other users have mentioned that have experienced this issue and had splash screen mod. I maybe way off but I am noticing this trend for now. Replacing a mod that is sized properly should not have any effect on this but I am trying to gather commonalities. If everything else fails, follow the link to download stock and try it without the splash screen for a while.

 

clickonchris,

 

Did your issue start with the phone initially? What phone are you using? When you placed the phone call were you using the gps (did you punch in an address)?

 

Whiggitha,

 

First thank you for the thorough message. This helps a lot when trying to troubleshoot as you already know. First, on the mp3 issue - are you listening through a usb flash or a usb hard drive? Have you tried another usb device to see if the issue is back? I like loading my music on a SD (personal preference). I have a feeling yours might be an alternator issue. I am by no means a car mechanic but maybe the alternator can not generate enough power and that's why the moment you start to drive it start to reboot as the power is now shifting. I know it's all of a sudden but could the alternator be going bad. This is just one thought. The other, hopefully more helpful, is to replace to stock settings. I know you already have stock but during these reboots a file may have gotten corrupted.

 

Scratchy,

 

I will try to post the ones from my F90BT for download later. Hopefully this will help you. Did your reboots start when you were using the gps?

 

Cheers

krnfrk6663,

 

After you go back to stock please report, if it resolves your problem. It could be a mod that's affecting the OS on the unit.

04gmc,

Your testmode issue has been experienced by other users. Here's one of the links I found

http://avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=23852&p=163944&hilit=testmode#p163944

 

If this link does not help, please try to search for "testmode" and you will see different solutions to get into testmode.

 

Hope this helps!

PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR MESSAGE

 

For future reference, anyone that has a problem please provide a brief answer to the following list so that we can help you better and avoid multiple messages until we get an idea what the problem could be.

 

First please list the model of you Avic unit (F90BT, F900BT, F700BT, etc.)

 

1) Past issues (reboots, freezing)

2) Have you (or professional) upgraded your Avic to the latest update

3) Did the issue start before or after the update, if applicable?

4) Did the issue start after a hack, a mod or a bypass?

5) How long have you had the hacks, mods or bypass?

6) How long has the unit worked without a problem?

 

With these questions, I am trying to gather information to a pattern of some sort that may have caused the issue that you are experiencing. If you have noticed a pattern, please describe it.

 

If somebody would like to add a question that would be helpful in troubleshooting, please pm.

 

vegaslaptop

o4gmc,

 

I am sorry to hear that you are having so much trouble. Unfortunately, if you can not even get in testmode (or not long enough to delete the files) all you can do is send it to Pioneer. Before this started happening did you install the latest update (2) from Pioneer? Did you have any mods or hacks installed?

 

vegaslaptop

Good job Chorca! Thanks

Please search the forum for test mode files download and how to get in test mode. After that try deleting the files I have mentioned in this forum. F90BT should work just fine with the same method. If not please see the above post and request a fresh backup.

If you still have a problem pm me.

Patrick,

 

another gsxr 1k user has a backup of his system and he was providing it to whoever needed it. He may be able to give you his backup and you can try to resolve it that way. Send him a message.

Patrick,

 

Did you just have the system installed? Was it professionally installed? Do you have the latest firmware from Pioneer? I am try to deduce if it is hardware or software issue.

I am not an expert on wiring by no means but I think you may not have a "clean" ground or short somewhere. But your issue does not sound like a software issue.

 

Just a thought...

 

Cheers

Have you tried my solution?

 

http://www.avic411.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=22763&start=15#p156138

Janet,

 

I am just glad it worked for you as well.

 

Regards

pcguy760 you are welcome. I hoped it will work for somebody else as well. As far as resetting all your preferences... It should not. It did not change any of my settings.

 

Cheers

jays_avic, it is suppose to recreate them. This is why we delete them. Mine were corrupted and recreating them fix my issue. I am sorry to hear it did not do it for you.

1. Put the SD Card with the testmode folders in the root directory of the SD Card.

2. Turn the ignition on

3. In testmode go to Start->Programs->Windows Explorer

4. Click on "My Flash Disk" and you will see a bunch of folders and files

5. Click on Edit menu and select all (or at least the files you are planning to delete - gpspara0.bin, gpspara1.bin, gpspara2.bin and gpspara3.bin)

6. Go up one level to see the SD Card that you used to boot into test mode

7. Double click, Edit menu and paste

8. Go back to the "My Flash Disk" root directory and delete the above mentioned files

9. Turn off the ignition and take the SD Card out

10. Turn your ignition on and it should work just fine.

 

Let me know if it helps.

I did not have any issues going into testmode. Then I deleted the files mentioned in my previous post. It's been almost a week since I did this and I have not had any issues. Hope this helps somebody else as well.

Quick update on what it seems like solved my reboots (at least for now). I went in testmode, I copied my flashdisk on an USB flash that I plugged in to be safe, then went back in the flashdisk and looked at what files were used last.

My reboots started when I used my gps so I was looking for something that would have gps in the filename. In the root directory of my flashdisk, I saw 4 files named gpspara0.bin, gpspara1.bin, gpspara2.bin and gpspara3.bin which were used last. I deleted all 4 of them as I assumed they may be created by the OS. After this I shut off my car, turned it on and no reboot. I have not driven for an extended period yet to be 100% on this solution but for about 10 min I was ok and I was able to select destination and get directions.

I am not sure what these files are and what they do but so far I am good. I have also a back up of them so my advice is if you are going to follow my steps SAVE YOUR FILES FIRST.

 

I will let you know on any updates.

 

Cheers

Same started happening to me today. I am going to try to go to safe mode. Friggin Windows... How stable could anything by when the backbone is Windoze.

 

If anybody has come with a solution, please let me know. I would hate to take the whole thing off and send it to Pioneer.

Thanks for responding so quick!

My backup camera started turning off sporadically for a few seconds. Usually it's on a lot longer without turning off if I am not driving. I thought it maybe loose wiring and it happens mostly when I drive but I drove on bumpy roads and it's still fine but it will turn off for a second or two every once in a while. Could it be heat (asking same question as old? It's hitting over 110 here. I have a JVC KV-CM1 (btw any input about the quality of this camera?)

 

I checked the power in the Z3 under Settings-Hardware-Connection Status- Power and I see the power changing anywhere between 13.4 to 14 VDC. Could the power be causing the camera chipset to shut-off to prevent burning? I may be completely wrong - just guessing. Any suggestion is greatly appreciated.

 

vegas

Hello everybody,

 

First let me thank everybody for the great forum and specially Hyperite for the dedication.

 

I followed the thread "AVIC-Z3 Hard Drive Image **OFFICIAL**"and read it through multiple times so the end result is - I have a 120GB Toshiba drive that works great (93GB Music Partition - I do not think I will ever get to fill it). I have a question about a Warning and a Caution that I get. When the avic starts up which by the way takes a good 20-30 sec at least (I think maybe the large drive takes longer), I get 2 messages:

 

1. When I press the "Map" button a caution pops up telling me something like

This Navi product is for navigational aid only.... bla-bla click OK

or something like that. Am I supposed to get this even after the 2 wire bypass? It only appears when the unit is turned on initially.

 

2. When I decide to watch a DVD (I know I should not while I am driving and I take all responsibility) it throws a pop up warning that wants me to confirm I have my park brakes on. I say OK and I do not see it until I turn off my car and I see it again next time I turn it on. Again same question - Am I supposed to get this even after the 2 wire bypass?

 

I think I did the 2 wire bypass correctly but maybe I am wrong. I do not get locked out or any warnings that my breaks are not connected properly like before. So I guess the 2 wire bypass did work or is it just the HDD image taking care of that warning and I need to redo the bypass?

 

Thanks for you time in advance!